Radiator, Removing and Installing

Radiator, removing and installing





Special tools and equipment

^ T10007 Refractometer
^ V.A.G. 1306 Drip tray
^ V.A.G. 1331 Torque wrench (5...50 Nm)
^ VAS 5024 Assembly tool for spring-type clips

Removing
^ Drain coolant
^ Remove front panel:
^ Pull coolant hoses quick release couplings off radiator.
^ Pull connectors off thermal switch and coolant fan.
^ Remove lock carrier:
^ Remove radiator securing bolts and take out radiator.

Models with air conditioning
^ Observe additional information and removal work.

Installing
Install in reverse sequence noting the following points:
^ Fill system with coolant.
Additional information and assembly work on models with an air conditioning system

WARNING! The air conditioning refrigerant circuit must not be opened.

Note: To prevent damage to the condenser as well as to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

^ Remove retaining clamp(s) from refrigerant lines.
^ Secure radiator to body before removing lock carrier.
^ Remove condenser from radiator and secure to lock carrier.